buo5mgt management fundamentals
MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
BUO5MGT
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will analyse the fundamental theories and principles of management and apply these in practice to management today. You will critically reflect on your own management practice or observe others in management roles to link theory and practice and strengthen your managerial competencies.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites students must be enrolled in LMMBAO, LMMBA or LMMBAA to do this subject
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjects BUA5MGT
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Management | Recommended | Schermerhorn, JR, Davidson, P, Poole D, Woods, P, Simon, A, and McBarron, E 2013 | 5th Asia Pacific Edition, Wiley |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically analyse key management theories and principles.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and case studies cover key management practice and theory. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and principles.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
02. Apply key theories to contemporary management practice and demonstrate the relevance of these theories to management today.
- Activities:
- Class lectures, discussion and research exercises cover key management theories. Assessment provides opportunity to critically engage with key management theories and principles.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
03. Develop solutions for critical management issues.
- Activities:
- Assessment develops capacity and skills to develop solutions for critical management issues.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
04. Reflect on own or others' management issues.
- Activities:
- Individual assignment and activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
Subject options
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Online, 2017, Online StudyPeriod 3, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 18 - 24
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week from week 18 to week 24 and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2000 word individual report | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2000 word individual essay | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Participation in discussion activities | Total broadly equivalent to 1000 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2017, Online StudyPeriod 6, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGeraldine Kennett
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 44 - 50
Three 1.0 hours lecture per week from week 44 to week 50 and delivered via online.
"Access via subject website; additional online facilitated discussions will also occur for this subject. Please refer to subject learning guide."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 2000 word individual report | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 2000 word individual essay | 40 | 01, 02, 03 | |
| Participation in discussion activities | Total broadly equivalent to 1000 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |